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MSL F420—Scientific Diving

Details

Department: Marine Science and Limnology (MSL)
Course Number: MSL F420
Credits: 2.0
Grading Type: Pass/Fail
Prerequisites: SCUBA open-water certification; and basic biology or ecology courses. Special condition: Must have current SCUBA physical approved.

Materials fee: $425.00

Description

Introduction to SCUBA diving techniques used by the research community. Includes familiarization with Alaska subtidal flora and fauna. Opportunity to work under water and assist with diving projects conducted by advanced diving students at the Kasitsna Bay Marine Lab. Course certifies a Research Diver Specialty (PADI), CPR and first aid (Red Cross, and Emergency Oxygen Administration (DAN). Completion of this course allows students to be eligible to join the UAF (AAUS) dive program and to dive on UAF sanctioned diving projects, and have reciprocity to dive with other university and government agencies.

Offerings for Spring 2009

Section FE1

CRN: 46230
Semester: Spring 2009
Campus: Fairbanks
Start/End Date: January 22–May 9
Days Times Room & Building Instructor
W 4:40 p.m.–6:40 p.m. 214 O'Neill Konar, Brenda [webpage] [e-mail]

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